Putting GOAT Nose Strips to the Test: Workouts, Golf, and Sleep

There’s a new player in the breathing optimization game––GOAT (Greatest of All Tapes) Nose Strips. They’ve been popping up in fitness and wellness spaces lately, so I decided to run a comprehensive test to see whether these nose strips truly live up to the hype. Armed with a fresh package of GOAT strips, I set out to see how they’d fare in three specific scenarios: a rigorous cardio session, a round of golf, and an overnight sleep test. Below is my honest rundown of the pros, cons, and surprising moments of clarity when your nostrils can finally breathe easy.

Image taken from the GOAT website.

Setting the Stage: Recovering and Ready to Experiment

I started my test-run fresh off being sick for about a week. After losing a few pounds, my cardio capacity felt at rock bottom. It seemed like the perfect time to see whether a nose strip could help me power through the rebuilding phase. Although I had never been super convinced of the power of nasal strips, the timing and curiosity made this an ideal experiment.

First Impressions and Proper Placement

• Fresh Packaging: The GOAT strips come in sleek, well-designed packaging that sets a positive first impression.

• A Little Guidance, Please: As I discovered, the strip has to be worn on the “meaty” part of the nose. My first attempt? I applied it too high, and it felt uncomfortable until I repositioned it lower.

• Firm Yet Flexible: The strip maintains a shape designed to flare or lift the nose, giving each nostril more breathing room. Even after bending it back and forth, the material wants to spring right back to its original shape.

The Toughest Test: A 20-Minute HIIT Workout

First real test: a 20-minute High-Intensity Interval Training session consisting of burpees, mountain climbers, and high knees––40 seconds on, 20 seconds off, repeated for 20 minutes.

• Breathing Breakthrough: I suffer from asthma and often feel like I’m breathing through a straw when I push my cardio limits. With the GOAT strip, I noticed my nasal passages felt more open almost immediately.

• More Oxygen, More Confidence: Even though my overall cardio still needs work, having a better airway felt like I’d quadrupled the diameter of that “straw.” It didn’t solve all my stamina issues, but it absolutely helped me catch and process oxygen more efficiently.

• Sticky and Secure: Despite sweating buckets, the strip never peeled off or lost its grip.

The Surprising Second Test: On the Golf Course

My second experiment with GOAT nose strips took place on the golf course, where I regularly pop allergy medicine to reduce sneezing fits and watery eyes.

• Breathing While Walking: I decided to walk the course at a brisk pace, pushing my golf cart and generating more sweat than during a typical round of casual golf.

• Potential Game-Changer: Even though my allergies stayed in check thanks to regular meds, the strip kept me aware of—and focused on—nasal breathing. Sometimes, it’s just that gentle reminder we need.

• Improved Performance or Placebo?: My back-nine results were stronger than the front nine, but was it a direct result of the strip? Hard to say. At the very least, the open-feeling nasal passages felt refreshing while walking in the sun.

Testing Overnight: Evaluating the Sleep Factor

While the nose strip shone in my workouts and showed promise on the golf course, the sleep test was the true wildcard.

• Initial Positives: Upon first application, I definitely felt that usual flair—the same immediate sense of an open airway.

• The Constant Tinkerer: It turns out I touch my nose a lot during sleep, especially due to allergies. This frequent fussing occasionally disrupted my sleep, and the adhesive felt awkward when I brushed against it.

• No Real Benefit (For Me): I typically sleep soundly, and I didn’t notice a major difference in sleep quality or morning alertness. Others struggling with breathing issues at night may feel differently, but in my case, the nose strip was just okay for sleep.

Final Thoughts: My Personal Rankings

Having tested these nose strips on three distinct fronts, here’s how I’d rate their effectiveness:

• First Place – High-Intensity Workouts: If you deal with restricted breathing during intense exercise, these strips can help open those airways and give noticeable relief.

• Second Place – Golf & Low-Intensity Activities: Even low-impact scenarios benefit when you can breathe fully, but the effect might be subtler.

• Third Place – Sleep: For me, it was a mixed bag at best. Stickiness, overnight fidgeting, and my own allergy habits undermined any advantage.

The Verdict: Worth It for Cardio,  Good for Nasal-Focused Folks

If you’re actively improving your cardio and want that extra breathing help, GOAT nose strips could be a game-changer. I could see their appeal for anyone who struggles with restricted nasal passages during intense workouts. As a side bonus, they kept me mindful of nasal breathing on the golf course. But for daily overnight use, your mileage may vary—especially if, like me, you’re constantly adjusting your nose.

In the end, I stand corrected about nose strips, especially for intense workouts. They’re not a miracle cure for everything, but GOAT certainly lives up to the name when it comes to delivering real help in the oxygen department. If you give them a try in your fitness routine or on the golf course, you just might be pleasantly surprised by the difference in how easily you can breathe.